Summer

Many people are still oblivious to the wealth of Summer Activities that Chamonix has to offer during the warmer months.  Once the snow has melted we are left with a summer paradise.  There are a wide variety of marked trails for hiking and trekking (see our section on maps); well-maintained bolted routes for rock-climbing; limitless mountaineering opportunities including Mont Blanc itself; an ever-expanding network of mountain bike trails; some of the most consistent thermals for superb paragliding; raging white water rapids for rafting and hydro speeding; canyoning and abseiling down the spectacular valley gorges; golf at the Trent Jones Sr designed 18 hole course in Chamonix, as well as many other top quality courses nearby; the sports centre has an indoor and outdoor 50m swimming pool and a large grassed sunbathing area, water slides, numerous tennis courts, gym, spa, Jacuzzis, the list goes on! Of course you could just lie back amongst the summer flowers & take in the stunning scenery!

The Lift System is open during the summer, making it easy to access those high mountain trails & viewpoints.  If you do fancy something more daring such as climbing Mont Blanc, then there are numerous Mountain Guides & Activity Companies in the area who can guide you safely to the top.  You don't even need to worry about bringing your own mountain bike or climbing equipment with you as there are plenty Sport Shops in town where you can rent all

With the draw of Europe's premier natural attraction, Mont Blanc, the Chamonix Valley never sleeps. Whether it's simply to soak up the stunning scenery or get the adrenaline pumping, there is plenty for everybody to do all year round.